FRENCH I G201
French I is an introduction to the French language and the culture of the Francophone World. The course emphasizes pratical speaking and listening skills, while introducing basic reading comprehension and writing skills. 1 Credit [FL]

FRENCH II G204
French II is the foundation for the intermediate and advanced levels of French at Essex High School. Students will continue to develop speaking and listening skills, but will also develop reading and writing skills. Students will continue to study French-speaking cultures through readings, art, music and geography. THis course is designed for students who have taken French I in middle or high school.

Recommendation: 80 in French 1 and recommendation of French teacher. 1 Credit [FL]

FRENCH III G206
In this course, the students will maintain and develop listening and speaking skills, with increased emphasis on reading and writing. The teaching of more advanced grammar and vocabulary will equip students with the tools to express themselves at a more sophisticated level. Students will continue to study French-speaking cultures through texts, media, music and film.
Recommendation: 80 in French II and recommendation of the French teacher. 1 Credit [FL]

FRENCH IV G207
Students will maintain and develop listening and speaking skills and will develop more advanced reading and writing skills through the study of more complex grammatical structures and vocabulary. Students will read selected literary and journalistic excerpts to gain a broader perspective of both language and French-speaking cultures.
Recommendation: 80 in French III and recommendation of the French teacher. 1 Credit [FL]

FRENCH V G108
In this advanced language course, students will both review grammar and be introduced to new, more complex grammatical structures.  Conversation will be expanded to incorporate the three communicative modes:  interpersonal, presentational, and interpretive.  Students will continue the exploration of French literature and French-speaking cultures, both present and past, through literature, media and film.

Prerequisite:  Recommendation of French IV teacher 1 Credit [FL]

ADVANCED PLACEMENT FRENCH LANGUAGE - G111

This course will help students continue to develop more advanced proficiency across the three communicative modes: interpersonal, presentational and interpretive. Language skills will become more refined and will emphasize more sophisticated oral and written expression, as well as linguistic accuracy and fluency.  Authentic sources, including literature, journalistic excerpts, and audio material, will serve as the basis for the course and will exemplify historical and contemporary perspectives. The course is designed to be compatible with a fifth or sixth semester college course and will prepare students to take the Advanced Placement exam in May. This course will be conducted entirely in French.

Prerequisite:  Recommendation of French V teacher 1 Credit [FL]